History of the District Court Deiyandara

The History of the District Court Deiyandara

Under the Judicature Act, No. 2 of 1978, this court was established as a part of the Sri Lankan judicial system. Over the decades, it has evolved through key institutional milestones to serve the local community and deliver efficient, accessible justice.

From its early days operating as a circuit court to its official elevation into a fully fledged District and Magistrate's Court, the institution continues to uphold the rule of law across the judicial division.

Deiyandara Court Complex

Deiyandara Court

DISTRICT & MAGISTRATE'S COURT

1. Statutory Foundation (Judicature Act, No. 2 of 1978)

Under the Judicature Act, No. 2 of 1978, this court was formally established as a part of the Sri Lankan judicial system to provide first-instance judicial recourse.

2. Circuit Court Period (Until 2010)

Until 2010, the court functioned as a circuit court attached to the Magistrate's Court of Morawaka (MC Morawaka), conducting periodic judicial sessions to hear local matters.

3. Establishment as an Independent Magistrate's Court (September 30, 2010)

With effect from 30th September 2010, it officially functioned as a separate, permanent court named the Magistrate's Court of Deiyandara (MC Deiyandara), significantly enhancing regular access to criminal and summary judicial administration.

4. Elevation to District & Magistrate's Court (September 12, 2025)

With effect from 12th September 2025, the court has functioned as the District Court & Magistrate's Court of Deiyandara (DC/MC Deiyandara) under Gazette Extraordinary No. 2453/36 dated 2025/09/12, expanding its jurisdiction to adjudicate both civil and criminal matters directly within the division.